Balls System

Mahjong incorporates different scoring systems, but the fundamental principle is always the same: the more intricate the combination, the higher the points awarded. Here’s a breakdown of the basic scoring rules:

Standard Win: 10 points
Pong of Dragons or Winds: 10-20 points
Pure Combination (all tiles of the same suit): 40-80 points
Secret Hands (e.g., all Pongs): 50+ points
Self-Drawn Hand (winning without using discarded tiles): Doubles the score (x2 multiplier)

When a player wins, others either pay them points or follow a betting system. Although different Mahjong variations may have specific scoring rules, the main concept remains: the player with the most valuable hand or the first to declare “Mahjong” wins!